Cambodians pass on craft to protect traditional music
by Beckypublished on 12th March 2024
In Cambodia, traditional music is no longer as popular as it used to be. But there are craftsmen who are trying to keep Khmer music and its instruments alive by passing their skills on to the next generation.
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